Jimmy Elmore McKeel

Jimmy Elmore McKeel obituary, Camden, TN

Jimmy Elmore McKeel

Jimmy McKeel Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 1, 2025.
Jimmy Elmore McKeel, age 88, of Winter Haven, FL passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence. Mr. McKeel was born on February 13, 1937, in Camden, TN to the late James McKeel and the late Edna Elmore Cole. He was also preceded in death by a son, Mike McKeel. Mr. McKeel worked at various car dealerships over the years. He was a US Navy Veteran, a member of the American Legion and the Elks, both in Winter Haven, FL.
Survived by:
Wife: Minnie Lee McKeel of Winter Haven, FL
Daughter: Vicki (Anthony) Hatch of Gillette, WY
Sister: Doris Ann (JR) Stone of Alabama
Grandchildren: Brittany Hatch, Brian (Molly) Hatch, Michaela (Jeremy) McKeel
Great Grandchildren: Hunter, Hayden, Haileena, J.J.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 12 Noon at Camden City Cemetery with Rev. Adam Kelchner officiating.
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